Produttori Barbaresco, Barbaresco Muncagota Riserva other_regions On the plus side the

On the plus side the exceptionally rich and concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess outstanding amounts of dry extract that impart a velvety texture to the plush finish that is slightly sweet due to the generous wood treatment

soft-textured and refreshing

The Vignarionda in Serralunga d'Alba is measured at about ten hectares

I like both the intensity and the polished mouthfeel that add appeal of the sappy and built-to-age finish that is hugely long but not really austere

Note that like several wines reviewed above that my projected range assumes the underlying material is up to the job of successfully absorbing the wood treatment

Produttori Barbaresco, Barbaresco Muncagota Riserva other_regions On the plus side theThe 2016 Barbaresco Riserva Muncagota stands out in this group of nine for the slightly more mineral driven definition on the bouquet and the bigger textural impact and structure of the mouthfeel. There is plenty of wild fruit and cherry, but the wine's aromas also veer toward crushed stone, iron ore, spice and candied orange peel. You feel the impact on the palate, thanks to integrated tannins, freshness and an elegant dose of fruit or phenolic